Tehama County has lost a significant resource with the retirement of Vickie Latourell this past week.

For those who do not recognize the name, Ms. Latourell’s work is woven into the history of our county, as she served with intelligence, integrity and great skill in the office of Tehama’s Clerk of the Board of Supervisors. I had the great honor to work with her during my 12 years in office, which included years of unprecedented challenge to the county and board.

Vickie Latourell served the board, staff and the public in a capacity of unwavering professionalism. She clerked public meetings, provided accurate and literate records for our county’s history, and received each and every person engaging in the county’s business with warm welcome.

She worked for our county’s courts and Clerk-Recorder’s office for 33 years, providing the highest level of service and accuracy to all who needed her assistance and information.

Additionally, Vickie’s great humanity, generosity of spirit, and humor have enriched those of us who had the wonderful honor to work with her. As one who could not have done the job without public professionals like Vickie Latourell, I add my appreciation for a career dedicated to Tehama County.